BUSINESS Central One appoints new branch manager in Northborough

NORTHBOROUGH – The Northborough branch of Central One Federal Credit Union has a new branch manager.

Vaneetha Kannan has been promoted to branch manager.

Kannan joined Central One in 2008 as a member support agent and worked her way to become the assistant branch manager of the Shrewsbury branch.

In a press release, Central One described her as a “true team player who embodies the credit union ethos of ‘people helping people.’” Central One said that Kannan is known as a knowledgeable resource willing to provide a helping hand.

Firefighters visit St. Mark’s camp

“I believe in building trusted, life-long relationships with my members and team,” she said.

Central One also announced the appointment of Andri Jashari as the branch manager in Auburn. Jashari joined Central One as a senior teller in 2014 and has held numerous roles.

Saint Bridget Early Childhood Program receives $100,000 grant

FRAMINGHAM – Saint Bridget

School’s Early Childhood Program will be receiving significant updates, thanks to a $100,000 grant from the Lynch Foundation.

The program offers preschool and pre-kindergarten to children as young as 2.9 years old.

As part of the grant, Saint Bridget’s program will receive new classroom design, furniture and materials, highquality curriculum and professional development for teachers through the Summer Learning Institute for Teachers along with monthly coaching and mentoring opportunities.

“The early childhood team at Saint Bridget School is excited to become a part of the Lynch Foundation’s Early Childhood Initiative,” said Director of Early Education Lauren Nazzaro.

The Lynch Foundation’s Early Education Initiative is a comprehensive strategy to support both the launch and redesign of early childhood programs across the Archdiocese of Boston Catholic Schools. The initiative leveraged $3.6 million in private philanthropic investment toward the creation and redesign of early childhood classrooms.

“We strongly believe in the importance that early childhood education plays in setting the foundation for all learning,” said Nazzaro. “We are excited to have a partner that shares our beliefs in providing quality educational experienc- es to our youngest scholars.”

The school is currently enrolling for the upcoming school year. There will be an open house at the end of August. Prospective families should reach out to Vice Principal for Admissions, Amanda Popp to schedule a tour of the school.

For more information, visit https://www.sbsframingham. org/ or call 508-875-0181.

SOUTHBOROUGH – The Southborough Fire Department recently visited St. Mark’s summer camp.

The visit created an unforgettable experience for campers, St. Mark’s staff wrote in a press release.

The event was organized as a cookout and meet-and-greet and brought the firefighters together with the campers. Excitement filled the air as the department’s fire engine arrived on campus, the release said.

“The firefighters wasted no time engaging with the campers, answering their questions, sharing stories and giving dem- onstrations,” the release said. The firefighters and EMTs emphasized the importance of fire safety and made sure that the campers understood their crucial role in preventing fires and other accidents.

“The visit from the Southborough Fire Department left a lasting impression on the campers, fostering a sense of admiration and gratitude for the local heroes who protect their community,” the release said. “It served as a reminder that firefighters are not only skilled professionals but also approachable and friendly individuals dedicated to keeping everyone safe.”

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